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Afriski Resort Guide
Fair · 2026 season average
Closed for the season · average of 86 verified open days
Best months to book: August, July, June · last season + 30-yr record
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Closed for the season — closed August 31
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
Last Snowfall
Sep 18
3d agoPast 24 Hours
0cm
Past 48 Hours
0cm
Past 10 Days
34cm
7-Day Forecast
0cm
Snow Depth
--
Powder Days
8
2026 season
Bluebird Days
3
2026 season
Resort Guide
Afriski is a mountain resort located in the Maluti Mountains of Lesotho, offering year-round alpine activities at an altitude of 3,222 meters. The resort features a ski and snowboard area with a main slope and beginner zone, accommodation options ranging from lodges to chalets, and amenities such as restaurants, a rental shop, and adventure activities. Afriski stands out as one of the few ski destinations in Southern Africa, providing a unique high-altitude experience in a scenic mountain setting.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Afriski
Lifts
2
Skiable area
9.9 ac
Longest run
1 km / 0.62 mi
Runs by difficulty(2 total)
Beginner
1
67% of terrain
Intermediate
1
33% of terrain
Run counts estimated from resort-reported totals and terrain mix.
Terrain by difficulty
- Beginner67%
- Intermediate33%
Lift fleet
- Surface lift2
Snowmaking covers about 100% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Ski passes
No ski pass found
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Sky Restaurant & Bar – Known as the highest restaurant and bar in Africa, Sky Restaurant & Bar at Afriski offers a vibrant après-ski scene with panoramic mountain views, hearty food, and a lively atmosphere that draws skiers and snowboarders for drinks and socializing after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Sep 21, 09:00 PM UTC
120cm
Season Total
This Season to Date
+118%
vs 5-Year Avg
55cm avg by now
+224%
vs 30-Year Avg
37cm avg by now
55cm
5-Yr Avg by Now
This season is at 119.8 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~119.9 cm. That's 118% above the 5-year average (55 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 224% above the 30-year average (37 cm).
Afriski Season Snowfall
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Afriski Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 46cm with an average of 21 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 41% above this average (65cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June | 9cm | 4 days | 1cm | 7cm | 6cm |
| July | 9cm | 5 days | 1cm | 7cm | 4cm |
| August | 12cm | 5 days | 2cm | 11cm | 6cm |
| September | 10cm | 3 days | 1cm | 9cm | 6cm |
| October | 5cm | 3 days | 0cm | 4cm | 3cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
SnowSure Score by Month
Season 2026
21.4
Season Average
86 days scored
45
Best Day
10 Aug
0
Excellent+ Days
Scored 50 or above
3
Powder Days
6cm+ fresh snow
Highest-scoring days
June 2026
- 2824 Jun
- 278 Jun
- 246 Jun
July 2026
- 3329 Jul3cm
- 2830 Jul4cm
- 2625 Jul
August 2026
- 4510 Aug15cm
- 3913 Aug
- 3811 Aug7cm
August scored highest for Afriski in 2026. Based on 86 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.
Season at a Glance
1 tracked seasonLast completed season(2026)
87 days
Jun 6, 2026 → Aug 31, 2026
Next season(2026)
Opens Jun 6, 2026
Through Aug 31, 2026
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Afriski
- Where is Afriski?
- Afriski is a ski resort in Lesotho.
- How high is Afriski?
- Afriski runs from a base elevation of 2,917 m (9,570 ft) to a summit of 3,222 m (10,571 ft), giving a vertical drop of 305 m (1,001 ft).
- How big is Afriski?
- Afriski has 10 acres (4 hectares) of skiable terrain, 2 marked runs and 2 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Afriski?
- Afriski is on the No ski pass found. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Afriski?
- Afriski typically operates from June to August. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
